Job: Kitchen Team Member

Job: Kitchen Team Member

Gould Farm
P.O. Box 157
100 Gould Road
Monterey, MA 01245

Phone:413-528-1804
Fax:413-645-1022
Website:gouldfarm.org

Company Description:

Founded in 1913, Gould Farm is a residential therapeutic community in the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts that supports adults living with serious mental health challenges.

Gould Farm’s program integrates meaningful work, community living, and clinical care in an open, non-institutional setting. Guests participate in real work across the Farm’s operations—agriculture, food production, land stewardship, and social enterprises—while receiving individualized clinical support that promotes recovery, responsibility, and connection. Work is central to the therapeutic model and is understood as a powerful tool for healing, growth, and belonging.

More than a century after its founding, Gould Farm continues to evolve in response to changing needs in behavioral health while remaining deeply rooted in its core values of dignity, mutual respect, and shared community life.

To learn more about Gould Farm, visit www.gouldfarm.org.

Please submit applications through BerkshireJobs.com or directly to hr@gouldfarm.org.

Job Title:
Kitchen Team Member
Salary Range:	Location:
$18.00 - $20.00 Per Hour	Monterey
Job Type:	Category:
Part Time	Cook
Education Level:	Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent Preferred	No Experience
Description:
Part-Time Kitchen Team Member FOOD • COMMUNITY • PURPOSE Gould Farm \| Monterey, MA \| 15–20 hours/week \| $18–$20/hour PRIMARILY WEEKENDS — SATURDAY AVAILABILITY REQUIRED Love working with food and people? Looking for a part-time job where your work makes a difference? Join the kitchen team at Gould Farm, a unique therapeutic community in the beautiful Berkshires where meaningful work, shared meals, and community life are central to mental health recovery. Our kitchen is the heart of our community, preparing and serving three meals a day for approximately 60–100 people. We’re looking for a dependable, enthusiastic team member to help with food preparation, meal service, and keeping our kitchen clean, safe, and welcoming. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working with others, takes pride in a job well done, and wants to be part of something meaningful. What You’ll Do Assist with food preparation, including preparing salad bar ingredients, cooking vegetables, and preparing grains. Heat and prepare foods for buffet-style meal service. Set up, replenish, and clear food buffets during mealtimes. Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen, including work surfaces, floors, refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas. Assist with dishwashing and general kitchen cleanup. Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to create a welcoming dining experience for our community. Position Details Schedule: Part-time, approximately 15–20 hours per week, primarily on weekends. Saturday availability is a must! Pay: $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience. Location: Gould Farm, Monterey, Massachusetts. About Gould Farm Gould Farm is a residential therapeutic community dedicated to helping adults living with mental health challenges build meaningful, fulfilling lives. Through meaningful work, community living, and clinical support, we create opportunities for recovery, connection, and growth. Our kitchen plays an essential role in this mission, bringing people together around good food and shared meals. How to Apply Interested candidates should send a resume or brief email describing their experience and interest to hr@gouldfarm.org. Please include “Kitchen Team Member” in the subject line. Equal Opportunity Employer Gould Farm is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, including candidates who can contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.
Requirements:
What We’re Looking For Some experience in food service or kitchen work preferred. Good time management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A positive, enthusiastic attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Availability to work Saturdays is required. Flexibility for other weekend shifts and occasional early morning or evening shifts is important.